Describe a time you did something that was not your responsibility at work.

This question tests how often you step outside of your comfort zone, and whether you actively seek opportunities to develop your skills and leadership potential, or whether you feel more comfortable maintaining the status quo and wait to be volunteered. However, it serves to reveal whether you are overly ambitious and take on more responsibilities than you can handle. The assessment vendor is trying to determine where you come in on this scale. The aim here is to strike a balance of quality and quantity.

Considering offering an example where you stepped up to the plate, resulting in a rewarding collaborative experience while contributing to the greater success of your team. By contributing to the greater success of the company and the team, you're contributing to your own success and development.